Participates in towing and movement of aircraft in performing maintenance activities.

Requirements

Knowledge & Skills

Knowledge:

A working knowledge of jet aircraft systems and of the use of common aircraft hand tools and special tools are required. A working knowledge of aircraft maintenance safety requirements and the operation of portable fire-fighting equipment are required.

Eighteen (18) months of general aircraft maintenance experience is required.

Experience will include troubleshooting systems to component level and repairing mechanical and electromechanical components.

Also, experience will include repairing line replaceable units to component level.

One (1) year experience in the past three (3) calendar years on A-10 aircraft required.

Technicians who do not meet minimum experience requirements have 180 days from the date of hire to complete the corresponding 5-Level core tasks as listed in the Site Training Business Area 2W151 Air Force Specialty Code Master Training Plan.

Education:

Completion of high school or the equivalent is required. The ability to read and write and to comprehend technical data is required.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

Special Conditions:

Must be able to lift a minimum weight of 50 lbs.

Stand for prolonged periods of time.

Have the ability to climb ladders and stairs.

Normal color vision is required.

Possession of a valid driver’s license is necessary to obtain flight line driving privileges.

Work Environment:

May work in Aircraft maintenance hangar or outside.

May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.

May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.

May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.